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ZC500TG
User Guide
E10371
August 2015
First Edition
Care and safety
Guidelines
Road safety comes first. We strongly recommend not to use your device when
driving or operating any type of vehicle.
This device should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures
between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Turn off your device in restricted areas where the use of mobile devices is prohibited.
Always obey rules and regulations when in restricted areas, such as, in aircraft, movie
theater, in hospitals or near medical equipment, near gas or fuel, construction sites,
blasting sites and other areas.
Use only AC adapters and cables approved by ASUS for use with this device. Refer to
the rating label on the bottom of your device and ensure that your power adapter
complies with this rating.
Do not use damaged power cables, accessories, and other peripherals with your
device.
Keep your device dry. Do not use or expose your device near liquids, rain, or
moisture.
You can put your device through x-ray machines (such as those used in conveyor
belts for airport security), but do not expose the device to magnetic detectors and
wands.
The device screen is made of glass. If the glass gets broken, stop using the device
and do not touch the broken glass parts. Immediately send device for repair to
ASUS-qualified service personnel.
Do not listen at high volume levels for long periods to prevent possible hearing
damage.
Disconnect the AC power before cleaning your device. Use only a clean cellulose
sponge or chamois cloth when cleaning your device screen.
Send device for repair to ASUS-qualified service personnel only.
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Proper disposal
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out
wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
DO NOT throw this product in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled
bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw this product in fire. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT
disassemble this product.
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Contents
1Basics
Welcome!................................................................................................................................................... 8
Get your ASUS Phone ready!.............................................................................................................. 9
Starting for the first time...................................................................................................................18
Using the touchscreen.......................................................................................................................20
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There’s no place like Home
Zen Home features......................................................................................................23
Home screen..........................................................................................................................................23
Quick settings........................................................................................................................................25
System notifications............................................................................................................................26
Personalizing your Home screen................................................................................27
App & Widgets ......................................................................................................................................27
Wallpapers..............................................................................................................................................28
Extended Home screen......................................................................................................................29
Setting up the date and time...........................................................................................................30
Setting up your ringtone and alert sounds................................................................................30
Lock Screen..................................................................................................................31
Customizing your lock screen..........................................................................................................31
Customizing the quick access buttons.........................................................................................32
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Work hard, play harder
Browser.........................................................................................................................33
Launching the Browser app..............................................................................................................33
Sharing pages........................................................................................................................................34
Bookmarking pages............................................................................................................................34
Clearing the browser cache..............................................................................................................34
Email.............................................................................................................................35
Setting up email accounts................................................................................................................35
Adding email accounts.......................................................................................................................36
Setting up a Gmail account..............................................................................................................36
Emailing invites to events.................................................................................................................37
Emailing later.........................................................................................................................................37
Calendar.......................................................................................................................38
Creating events.....................................................................................................................................38
Adding accounts to Calendar..........................................................................................................38
Creating an event from your account...........................................................................................39
Enabling alert reminders for events..............................................................................................39
Do It Later.....................................................................................................................40
Adding to-do tasks..............................................................................................................................40
Prioritizing to-do tasks.......................................................................................................................40
Emailing now.........................................................................................................................................41
Deleting to-do tasks............................................................................................................................41
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SuperNote....................................................................................................................41
Creating a notebook...........................................................................................................................42
Sharing a notebook on the Cloud..................................................................................................42
Sharing a note to the Cloud.............................................................................................................43
File Manager................................................................................................................43
Accessing the internal storage........................................................................................................43
Accessing the external storage device.........................................................................................43
Accessing Cloud Storage...................................................................................................................43
The Cloud.....................................................................................................................44
ASUS WebStorage................................................................................................................................44
ASUS Support..............................................................................................................45
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Keeping in touch
Call in style...................................................................................................................46
Dual SIM feature...................................................................................................................................46
Making calls............................................................................................................................................48
Receiving calls.......................................................................................................................................50
Other call options.................................................................................................................................51
Managing multiple calls.....................................................................................................................52
Recording calls......................................................................................................................................52
Managing contacts......................................................................................................53
Setting up your profile.......................................................................................................................53
Adding contacts....................................................................................................................................53
Adding an extension number to a contact number................................................................54
Setting up your VIPs............................................................................................................................54
Marking your favorite contacts.......................................................................................................55
Importing contacts..............................................................................................................................55
Send messages and more...........................................................................................56
Messaging...............................................................................................................................................56
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Fun and entertainment
Using a headset............................................................................................................59
Connecting the audio jack................................................................................................................59
Music.............................................................................................................................60
Launching Music...................................................................................................................................60
Playing songs.........................................................................................................................................60
Streaming Cloud music......................................................................................................................61
Creating a playlist.................................................................................................................................62
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Your precious moments
Capture moments........................................................................................................63
Launching the Camera app..............................................................................................................63
Using Camera for the first time.......................................................................................................63
Advanced camera features...............................................................................................................67
Using the Gallery.........................................................................................................71
Viewing files from your social network or cloud storage.......................................................71
Viewing the photo location..............................................................................................................72
Sharing files from the Gallery...........................................................................................................73
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Deleting files from the Gallery.........................................................................................................73
Editing images.......................................................................................................................................73
Using MiniMovie...................................................................................................................................75
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Staying connected
Mobile network............................................................................................................76
Configuring the mobile network....................................................................................................76
Wi-Fi..............................................................................................................................76
Enabling Wi-Fi........................................................................................................................................76
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network........................................................................................................77
Disabling Wi-Fi.......................................................................................................................................77
Bluetooth®....................................................................................................................77
Enabling Bluetooth®............................................................................................................................77
Pairing your ASUS Phone to a Bluetooth® device.....................................................................78
Unpairing your ASUS Phone from the Bluetooth® device.....................................................78
Tethering......................................................................................................................79
Wi-Fi Hotspot.........................................................................................................................................79
Bluetooth Tethering.............................................................................................................................80
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Travel and Maps
Weather........................................................................................................................81
Launching the Weather app.............................................................................................................81
Weather home screen.........................................................................................................................82
Clock.............................................................................................................................83
World Clock.............................................................................................................................................83
Alarm clock.............................................................................................................................................84
Stopwatch...............................................................................................................................................84
Timer.........................................................................................................................................................85
9ZenLink
Knowing ZenLink.........................................................................................................86
Share Link................................................................................................................................................86
Remote Link............................................................................................................................................87
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Zen Everywhere
Special Zen Tools..........................................................................................................90
Flashlight.................................................................................................................................................90
Calculator................................................................................................................................................92
Quick memo...........................................................................................................................................93
Sound Recorder....................................................................................................................................94
There’s more to your Zen.............................................................................................96
ASUS View Flip Case............................................................................................................................96
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Maintain your Zen
Keeping your device up-to-date.................................................................................97
Updating your system........................................................................................................................97
Storage.....................................................................................................................................................97
Backup and reset..................................................................................................................................97
Securing your ASUS Phone...............................................................................................................98
Appendix
Notices........................................................................................................................101
Index
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 103
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Basics
Welcome!
Explore the intuitive simplicity of ASUS Zen UI!
ASUS Zen UI is a charming and intuitive interface exclusively for ASUS Phones. It provides you with
special apps, which are integrated in or with other apps, to fit your unique individual needs and
make your life easier while letting you have fun with your ASUS Phone.
ASUS Support
Find answers from FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) or provide your feedbacks in the
user forum.
Camera
With PixelMaster technology, capture those precious moments in vivid and high-quality
photos and videos.
Do It Later
Get hold and act on your important emails, SMS messages, interesting websites, or other
important tasks when it is more convenient for you to do so.
ZenLink
Get maximum productivity from ZenLink, which comprises of Remote Link and Share
Link apps. Use any of these apps to connect with other devices for sharing and receiving
files.
NOTE: Availability of the ZenLink apps vary with ASUS Phone models.
NOTE: Availability of ASUS Zen UI apps vary per region and ASUS Phone model. Tap
Home screen to check the apps available on your ASUS Phone.
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from your
Get your ASUS Phone ready!
Parts and features
Take a hold of your device and have it running in a jiffy.
Audio jack
Camera flash
Rear camera
Sensor
Receiver
Front
camera
Volume key
Power key
Touch
keys
Groove
Microphone
Micro USB port
Speaker
NOTES:
• Remove the rear cover to display the dual micro SIM and microSD card slots.
• The micro SIM card slots support WCDMA and GSM/EDGE network bands.
• The microSD card slot supports microSD and microSDHC card formats..
IMPORTANT!
• We do not recommend using a screen protector as it can interfere with the proximity sensor. If you
want to use a screen protector, ensure that it does not block the proximity sensor.
• Keep the device, particularly the touch screen, dry all the time. Water or other liquids can cause the
touch screen to malfunction.
• Ensure that the Micro-SIM/memory card compartment cover is always closed when operating or
carrying the device.
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Installing a micro-SIM card
A micro-subscriber identity module (micro-SIM) card stores information, such as your mobile phone
number, contacts, messages and other data that gives you access to a mobile network.
Your ASUS Phone comes with two micro-SIM card slots that allows you to setup and use two
mobile network services without having to carry two mobile devices at the same time.
CAUTION!
• This device is designed for use with a mobile carrier-approved micro-SIM card only.
• We do not recommend the use of trimmed SIM cards in the micro-SIM card slot.
• Turn off your device before inserting a micro-SIM card.
• Be extra careful when handling a micro-SIM card. ASUS is not responsible for any loss or damage
incurred to your micro-SIM card.
• Do not insert a memory card into the micro-SIM card slot! If a memory card happens to be inserted
into the micro-SIM slot, send your device to an ASUS-qualified service personnel.
To install a micro-SIM card:
1. Turn off your device.
2. Locate the groove on the lower-right corner.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
3. Pry the cover loose and then pull the rear cover off.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
WARNING!
• DO NOT use tools like screwdrivers to remove the rear cover.
• DO NOT pry the micro USB port
4. Remove the battery.
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5. Insert the micro SIM card into one of the slots, then put rear
cover back in place.
IMPORTANT! Use only a micro SIM card on your ASUS Phone.
A trimmed SIM card may not properly fit into and may not be
detected by your ASUS Phone.
Micro SIM
card 1
Micro SIM
card 2
NOTE: Both Micro SIM card slots support 2G/3G network bands.
Removing a Micro-SIM card
CAUTION: Be extra careful when handling a micro-SIM card. ASUS is not responsible for any loss or
damage incurred to your micro-SIM card.
To remove a micro-SIM card:
1. Turn off your device.
2. Locate the groove on the lower-right corner.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
3. Pry the cover loose and then pull the rear cover off.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
WARNING!
• DO NOT use tools like screwdrivers to remove the rear cover.
• DO NOT pry the micro USB port.
4. Remove the battery.
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5. Remove the micro-SIM card from the micro-SIM card slot.
6. Put the rear cover back in place.
Micro SIM
card 1
Micro SIM
card 2
Installing a memory card
Your ASUS Phone supports a microSD™ and microSDHC™ memory card with up to 64 GB capacity.
NOTE: Some memory cards may not be compatible with your ASUS Phone. Ensure that you use only
compatible memory cards to prevent loss of data, damage to your device or memory card, or both.
CAUTION!
• Be extra careful when handling a memory card. ASUS is not responsible for any data loss or damage
incurred to your memory card.
• Do not insert a micro-SIM card into the memory card slot! If a micro-SIM card happens to be inserted
into the memory card slot, bring your device to an ASUS-qualified service personnel.
To install a memory card:
1. Turn off your device.
2. Locate the groove on the lower-right corner.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
3. Pry the cover loose and then pull the rear cover off.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
WARNING!
• DO NOT use tools like screwdrivers to remove the rear cover.
• DO NOT pry the micro USB port.
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4. Remove the battery.
5. Insert the microSD card into microSD card slot.
6. Put the rear cover back in place.
CAUTION! Do not use sharp tools or solvent on your device to protect it from
scratches.
Removing a memory card
CAUTION!
• Be extra careful when handling a memory card. ASUS is not responsible for any data loss or damage
incurred to your memory card.
• Eject the memory card properly to safely remove it from device. To eject the memory card, go to
Home > All Apps > Settings > Storage > Unmount external storage.
To remove a memory card:
1. Turn off your device.
2. Locate the groove on the bottom-right corner.
CAUTION! Be careful when you pry open the cover.
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4.
Remove the battery.
5. Remove the microSD card from the microSD card slot.
6. Put the rear cover back in place.
CAUTION! Do not use sharp tools or solvent on your device to protect it from
scratches.
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Charging your ASUS Phone
Your ASUS Phone comes partially charged but you must charge it fully before using it for the first
time. Read the following important notices and cautions before charging your device.
IMPORTANT!
• Use only the bundled AC power adapter and micro-USB cable to charge your ASUS Phone. Using a
different AC power adapter and cable may damage your device.
• Peel off the protective film on the AC power adapter and micro-USB cable before using it with your
device.
• Ensure to plug the AC power adapter to a compatible power outlet. You can plug the AC power
adapter to any compatible 100~240 V outlet.
• The output voltage of the AC power adapter for this device is 5.2V 1A, 5W.
• When using your ASUS Phone while plugged-in to a power outlet, the power outlet must be near
your device and easily accessible.
• To conserve electricity, unplug the AC power adapter from the power outlet when not in use.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of your ASUS Phone.
CAUTION!
• While charging, your ASUS Phone can become warm. This is normal, however, if your device
becomes unusually hot, disconnect the micro-USB cable from your device and send the device,
including the AC power adapter and cable to an ASUS-qualified service personnel.
• To prevent any damage to your ASUS Phone, AC adapter, or micro-USB cable. Ensure that the microUSB cable, AC adapter, and your device are connected properly before charging.
To charge your ASUS Phone:
1. Connect the micro USB cable to the power adapter.
2. Connect the micro USB cable to your ASUS Phone.
3. Plug the AC power adapter to a grounded power outlet.
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IMPORTANT!
• When using your ASUS Phone while it is plugged to a power outlet, the grounded power outlet
must be near to the unit and easily accessible.
• When charging your ASUS Phone through your computer, ensure that you plug the micro USB cable
to your computer’s USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port.
• Avoid charging your ASUS Phone in an environment with ambient temperature of above 35oC
(95oF).
• Charge your ASUS Phone for eight (8) hours before using it in battery mode for the first time.
• The status of battery charge is indicated by the following icons:
Low Not Charging Charging
Full
NOTES:
• Use only the power adapter that came with your device. Using a different power adapter may
damage your device.
• Using the bundled power adapter and ASUS Phone signal cable to connect your ASUS Phone to a
power outlet is the best way to charge your ASUS Phone.
• The input voltage range between the wall outlet and this adapter is AC 100V - 240V. The output
voltage of ASUS_Z00SD’s micro USB cable is DC 5.2V, 1A.
4. When fully-charged, disconnect the USB cable from your ASUS Phone first before unplugging
the AC power adapter from the power outlet.
NOTES:
• You can use your device while charging but it may take longer to fully charge the device.
• Charging your device via USB port of a computer may take longer to fully charge the device.
• If your computer does not provide enough power for charging via USB port, charge your ASUS
Phone using the AC power adapter plugged to a power outlet instead.
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Turning your ASUS Phone on or off
Turning your device on
To turn your device on, press and hold the power button until your device vibrates and starts up.
Turning your device off
To turn your device off:
1. If your screen is turned off, press the power button to turn it on. If your screen is locked, unlock
the device screen.
2. Press and hold the power button, then when prompted, tap Power off then tap OK.
Sleep mode
To put your device in sleep mode, press the power button once until the screen turns off.
Power key
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Starting for the first time
When you turn your ASUS Phone on for the first time, Setup Wizard will guide you through the
setup process. Follow the onscreen instructions to select your language, select input methods, set
up your mobile network and Wi-Fi, sync accounts, and configure your location services.
Use your Google or ASUS account to set up your device, if you do not have a Google or ASUS
account yet, go ahead and create one.
Google Account
Using a Google Account allows you to fully utilize these Android OS features:
• Organize and see all your information from anywhere.
• Automatically backup all your data.
• Leverage Google services conveniently from anywhere.
ASUS Account
Having an ASUS Account gets you to enjoy the following perks:
• Personalized ASUS support service and warranty extension for registered products.
• Free 5 GB of Cloud storage space.
• Receive the latest device and firmware updates.
NOTE: You can also use the Setup Wizard to reconfigure your device, any time at your convenience.
From the Home screen tap
> Setup Wizard.
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Battery power conservation tips
The battery charge is the lifeline of your ASUS Phone. Here are some battery power conservation
tips that helps preserve the power of your ASUS Phone battery.
–
Close all running apps that are not in use.
–
When not in use, press the power button to put the device in sleep mode.
–
Set audio to Smart Mode.
–
Decrease brightness of display.
–
Keep the speaker volume to a low level.
Disable Wi-Fi feature.
–
–
Disable Bluetooth feature.
–
Disable the screen auto-rotate feature.
–
Disable all auto-sync features in your device.
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Using the touchscreen
Use these gestures on the touchscreen to launch apps, access some settings, and navigate your
ASUS Phone.
Launching apps or selecting items
Do any of the following:
• To launch an app, simply tap on it.
• To select an item such as in File Manager app, simply tap on it.
Moving or deleting items
Do any of the following:
• To move an app or widget, tap and hold then drag it to the location where you want it to be.
• To delete an app or widget from the Home screen, tap and hold then drag it up to X Remove.
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Moving through pages or screens
Do any of the following:
• Swipe your finger to the left or to the right to switch between screens or to flip through a Gallery
of images.
• Scroll your finger up or down to go through web pages or list of items.
Zooming in
Spread apart your two fingers on the touch panel to zoom in an image in Gallery or Maps, or zoom
in a web page.
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Zooming out
Bring together your two fingers on the touch panel to zoom out an image in Gallery or Maps, or
zoom out of a web page.
NOTE: You may not be able to zoom in/out of some web pages as these pages may have been
designed specifically to fit your mobile screen.
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There’s no place like Home
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Zen Home features
Home screen
Get reminders of important events, app and system updates, weather forecasts, and text messages
from people who really matter to you, right from your Home screen.
Swipe down this area once to display System notifications
Swipe down this area twice to display Quick settings
Tap to display Time settings
Tap to update Weather settings
Tap to open Google Search page
Tap to open Voice Search
Tap to open All Apps screen
Tap to open an app
Swipe the Home screen to the left or right to display the extended Home screen.
NOTE: To add more pages to your Home screen, see Extended Home screen.
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Understanding notification icons
These icons are shown on the status bar and will guide you of the current status of your ASUS
Phone.
Mobile network
Shows the signal strength of your mobile network.
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Micro SIM card 1
Shows that a micro SIM card is inserted in micro SIM card slot 1.
2
Micro SIM card 2
Shows that a micro SIM card is inserted in micro SIM card slot 2.
NOTE: If the SIM card icon is displayed in green, it indicates that it is set as the preferred
network.
Messages
Shows that you have an unread message.
Wi-Fi
Shows the signal strength of your Wi-Fi connection.
Bluetooth
Shows that Bluetooth is turned on.
Auto-sync
Shows that auto-sync is enabled.
Battery life
Shows the battery status of your ASUS Phone.
MicroSD card
Shows that a microSD card is inserted in your ASUS Phone.
Screenshots
Shows that you took screenshots of your ASUS Phone.
Airplane mode
Shows that your ASUS Phone is on Airplane mode.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Shows that Wi-Fi hotspot of your ASUS Phone is enabled.
Mute mode
Shows that Mute mode is enabled.
Vibrate mode
Shows that Vibrate mode is enabled.
Download status
Shows the download status of an app or file.
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Quick settings
The Quick settings panel provides a one-tap access to some of the wireless features and settings of
your ASUS Phone. Each of these features are represented by a button.
To launch the Quick settings panel, swipe down twice from the top of your screen.
NOTE: A blue button indicates that the feature is currently enabled while a gray button indicates a
disabled feature. The green buttons refer to individual utilities that you can quickly access via the Quick
Settings Notification Panel.
Tap to launch the Display settings screen
Slide left or right to adjust the screen’s brightness
Tap to open Settings
Swipe up to switch to System notifications panel
Tap these buttons to enable or disable their functions.
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Adding or removing buttons
To add or remove existing buttons from the ASUS Quick Settings notification panel:
1. Launch Quick settings then tap
.
2. Tap the box beside the feature to add or remove it from the ASUS Quick Setting Notification
Panel.
NOTE: A checked box indicates that the feature's button is accessible via the ASUS Quick Settings
Notification Panel while an unchecked box means the opposite.
3. Tap
to go back and view the current ASUS Quick Settings notification panel.
System notifications
From System notifications, you can see the latest updates done and system changes made on your
ASUS Phone. Most of these changes are data and system-related.
To launch the System notifications panel, swipe down from the upper left corner of your ASUS
Phone.
Tap on this area to switch to Quick settings panel
Tap to open Settings
Tap this to delete all of the listed notifications
Swipe the notification to the left or right to remove it from the
list
Tap on the notification to view its details
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Personalizing your Home screen
Stamp your own personality on your Home screen. Select an attractive design as your wallpaper,
add shortcuts for quick access to your favorite apps, and add widgets for a quick review of
important info. You can also add more pages so you can add and quickly access or view more apps
or widgets on your Home screen.
To launch the Manage Home screen:
• Tap and hold an empty area on your Home screen
• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen
App & Widgets
App shortcuts make it easier to quickly-access your often-used or favorite apps from your Home
screen. You can add, remove, or group your apps into one folder.
You can put widgets, which are small dynamic apps, on your Home screen. Widgets provide you
with quick-views of the weather forecast, calendar events information, battery status, and more.
Adding app shortcuts or widgets
To add an app shortcut or a widget:
1. Tap and hold an empty area on your Home screen and select Apps & Widgets.
2. From the All Apps list or the Widgets screen, tap and hold an app or a widget, then drag it to an
empty area on your Home screen.
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Removing app shortcuts or widgets
From your Home screen, tap and hold an app or widget, then drag it to Remove on top of your
screen. The app that you’ve removed from your Home screen will remain in the All Apps screen.
Grouping your app shortcuts in a folder
Create folders to organize your app shortcuts on your Home screen.
1. On your Home screen, tap and drag an app onto another app and a folder will appear with an
automatically assigned name.
2. If you want to change the folder name, tap the folder and tap the folder name to assign a new
name to this folder.
Wallpapers
Let your apps, icons, and other Zen elements sit on an attractively designed wallpaper. You may
add a translucent background tint to your wallpaper for readability and clarity. You can also select
an animated wallpaper to make your screen come alive.
Move the slider to adjust the transparency of the wallpaper
Tap to apply a background tint
Tap to select wallpaper
Tap to select an image from your saved photos or images
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Applying wallpaper and background tint
To apply wallpaper and background tint:
1. Tap and hold an empty area on your Home screen and select Wallpapers.
2.Tick Background tint, then adjust the transparency level.
3. Tap
then select a color.
4. Select a wallpaper, then tap Apply.
Applying an animated wallpaper
To apply an animated wallpaper:
1. Tap and hold an empty area on your Home screen and select Wallpapers.
2. Select an animated wallpaper, then tap Apply.
NOTE: You can also set up your wallpaper settings from
> Settings > Display.
Extended Home screen
Extending your Home screen
You can add more pages to extend your Home screen and put more app shortcuts and widgets on
it.
1. Tap and hold an empty area on your Home screen and select Edit pages.
2. Tap
to a add a new page. If you wish to delete an extended Home screen, select then drag
and drop it into
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Setting up the date and time
By default, the date and time displayed on your Home screen automatically syncs with your mobile
provider’s settings.
To change the date and time settings:
1. Launch the Settings screen by doing any of the following:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
.
•• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen, then tap System settings.
2. Scroll down the Settings screen and select Date & time.
3.Set Automatic date & time and Automatic time zone to Off.
4. Select the time zone and manually set the date and time.
5. You can opt to use the 24-hour format, if you prefer.
6. Select the date format that you want to display.
NOTE: See also Clock.
Setting up your ringtone and alert sounds
Set up the sound for your phone ringtone, notifications such as text messages, emails, and event
alerts. You can also choose to enable or disable the dial pad touch tones, touch sounds, screen lock
sound, or you can choose to have your ASUS Phone vibrate when you tap on it.
To set up the sound settings:
1. Launch the Settings screen by doing any of the following:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
.
•• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen, then tap System settings.
2. Scroll down the Settings screen and select Sound & notification.
3. Set up your preferred sound settings.
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Lock Screen
By default, the lock screen appears after turning on your device and while waking it up from sleep
mode. From the lock screen, you can proceed to your device’s Android® system by swiping on your
touch screen panel.
Your device’s lock screen can also be customized to regulate access to your mobile data and apps.
Customizing your lock screen
If you want to change your lock screen settings from the default Swipe option, refer to the
following steps:
1. Launch Quick settings then tap
.
2. Scroll down the Settings screen and select Lock screen.
3.In the next screen, tap Screen lock.
4.Tap the screen lock option you would like to use.
NOTE: For more details, see Securing yout ASUS Phone.
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Customizing the quick access buttons
By default, your lock screen includes quick access buttons for these apps: Phone, Messaging, and
Camera. Change this default settings and customize these buttons to launch other apps on the lock
screen using the following steps:
1. Launch Quick settings then tap
.
2. Scroll down the Settings screen and select Lock screen.
3. From the Quick access field, slide the bar to the right to enable this feature.
4. Under the Quick access screen, select the button you would like to customize.
5. Tap the app you would like to preset on the quick access button you chose to configure.
NOTE: Scroll up or down to view the current list of apps you can preset.
6. Hold and drag a quick access button to rearrange its order.
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Browser
Your browser’s state-of-the-art Chromium-based engine lets you surf the Internet at a fast loading
speed. Its clean and intuitive Zen interface powered by text-reflow technology optimizes web
contents to better fit the screen of your ASUS Phone. With its magazine view mode via its Smart
Reader feature, you can pleasurably read your favorite web contents online or offline without any
distracting items such as banner ads. You can also mark an interesting page as a read later task,
which you can retrieve from the Do It Later app and read at your convenient pace.
IMPORTANT! Before doing any Internet surfing or Internet-related activities, ensure that your ASUS
Phone is connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. For more details, see Staying connected.
Launching the Browser app
From your Home screen, do any of the following to launch the Browser app:
• Tap • Tap 33
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> Browser.
Sharing pages
Share interesting pages from your ASUS Phone to others via an email account, cloud storage
account, Bluetooth, or other ASUS Phone apps.
1. Launch the browser.
2. From a web page, tap
> Share page.
3. Tap the account or app that you want to use as medium in sharing the page.
Bookmarking pages
Bookmark your favorite pages or websites so you can go back and browse them again.
To bookmark a page:
From the page, tap > Save to bookmarks. The next time you open your browser, you can quickly
tap on your bookmarked page.
Clearing the browser cache
Clear the browser cache to delete temporary Internet files, websites, and cookies that are
temporarily stored in your ASUS Phone. This helps improve the loading performance of your
browser.
1. Launch the browser.
2. Tap
> Settings > Privacy & security > Clear cache.
3.Click OK on the confirmation message.
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Email
Add Exchange, Gmail, Yahoo! Mail, Outlook.com, POP3/IMAP accounts so you can receive, create,
and browse emails right from your device. You can also sync your email contacts from these
accounts to your ASUS Phone.
IMPORTANT! Your ASUS Phone must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network so you can add
an email account or send and receive emails from added accounts. For more details, see Staying
connected.
Setting up email accounts
Set up your existing personal or work email account so you can receive, read, and send emails from
your ASUS Phone.
1. From your Home screen, do any of the following to launch the Email app:
• Tap • Tap .
> Browser.
2. Tap the mail provider you want to set up.
3. Key in your email address and password and tap Next.
NOTE: Wait while your device automatically checks your incoming and outgoing mail server settings.
4. Configure the Account settings such as inbox checking frequency, sync days, or notification for
incoming emails. When done, tap Next.
5. Key in an account name that you want to be displayed in the outgoing messages, then tap Next
to log into your inbox.
NOTE: If you want to set up your work account on your ASUS Phone, ask for the email settings from
your network administrator.
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Adding email accounts
If you don’t have an existing email account, you can create one so you can receive, read, and send
emails right from your ASUS Phone.
1. Launch the Email app.
2. Tap
> Settings, then add an email account.
3. Tap the mail provider that you want to add.
4. Follow the succeeding instructions to complete setting up your new email account.
NOTE: You may also refer to steps 3 to 5 in the Setting up email accounts section to complete this
setup process.
Setting up a Gmail account
Set up your Gmail account to get into Google-related services and apps as well as receive, send,
and browse emails right from your ASUS Phone.
1. Tap Google then tap Gmail.
2.Tap Existing and key in your existing Gmail account and password, then tap
.
NOTES:
•
Tap New if you do not own a Google account.
• When signing in, you have to wait while your device communicates with Google servers to setup
your account.
3. Use your Google account to backup and restore your settings and data. Tap
Gmail account.
to sign in to your
IMPORTANT! If you have several email accounts aside from Gmail, use Email app to set up and access
all your email accounts.
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Emailing invites to events
You can email invites to an event right from your ASUS Phone as well as set an alert notice for the
event.
1. Launch the Email app.
2. Tap
> Meeting invitation.
3. In the Event name field, enter the name of the event.
4. In the Location field, enter the street, town/city/province, country, and zip/postal code of the
venue for the event.
5. Turn Countdown to ON. You’ll get a countdown notice on the System notifications panel as to
the days left until this event takes place.
NOTE: For details on the System notifications panel, see System notifications.
6. On the Reminders field, select the time that you want to get an alert or reminder about the
event.
7. Tap the Guests field and select the contacts you want to send the invites to.
8. Once finished, tap
to save and exit.
NOTE: You can also email invites from the Calendar app. For details, see Creating events.
Emailing later
When you receive an email, you can set it as email later task and you can reply to this email at a
more convenient time from the Do It Later app.
1. Launch the Email app.
2. Select the email that you want to email later from your inbox.
3. Tap
> Reply Later.
4. To retrieve the email, tap Asus > Do It Later from the Home screen.
NOTE: For details on answering your reply-later emails, see Emailing now.
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Calendar
The Calendar app enables you to keep track of important events using your ASUS Phone. Along
with creating events you may also set reminders, or create a countdown notice to ensure you don’t
forget these important occasions. It also stores the events, such as birthdays and anniversaries,
that you’ve set up for your VIP contacts.
Creating events
To create an event:
1.Tap ASUS > Calendar.
2.Tap
to start creating a new event.
3. In the New event screen, input all the necessary details of your event.
4. Turn Countdown to ON. You’ll get a countdown notice on the System notifications panel as to
the days left until this event takes place.
NOTE: For details on the System notifications panel, see System notifications.
5 On the Reminders field, select the time that you want to get an alert or reminder about the
event.
6. Once finished, tap
to save and exit.
Adding accounts to Calendar
Aside from creating an event logged on your ASUS Phone, you can also use Calendar to create
events that get automatically synced with your online accounts. But first, these accounts must be
added to Calendar using the following steps:
1.Tap ASUS > Calendar.
2. Tap
> Accounts >
.
3. Tap the account you want to add.
4. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions to complete adding the new account to Calendar.
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Creating an event from your account
After adding online accounts that you would like to sync with Calendar, you may now use your
ASUS Phone to create notifications for those online accounts by following these steps:
1.Tap ASUS > Calendar.
2.Tap
to start creating a new event.
3. In the New event screen, tap My Calendar to view all the accounts currently synced with the
Calendar.
4. Tap the account where you would like to create a new event.
5. In the New event screen, input all the necessary details of your event.
NOTE: Your online account must already be added to Calendar before you can proceed with the
following steps. For more details, see Adding accounts to Calendar.
Enabling alert reminders for events
Turn on the alert function from the Calendar app to get alert reminders and notifications for special
events such as birthdays, anniversaries, meetings, and other important events that matter you.
1.Tap ASUS > Calendar.
2. Tap
> Accounts.
3. Tap the accounts from which you want to receive alert reminders from.
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Do It Later
Get hold of even the most trivial things in your busy life. Even when you’re too busy, reply to your
emails or add other important to-do tasks at your convenience.
Mark your unread emails as Reply Later or Read Later items. These marked items will be added to
your Do It Later tasks, and you can act on these tasks at a convenient time.
NOTES:
• Popular third-party apps that support Do It Later include Google Maps, Google Play, YouTube, and
iMDb.
• Not all apps can share and add tasks to Do It Later.
Adding to-do tasks
Create important to-do tasks to organize your work or social activities in your professional or social
life.
1. From the Home screen, tap ASUS > Do It Later.
2. Tap
then fill in the necessary information.
3. If you want to set the importance level, select High in the Importance field.
4. When you’re done, tap OK.
Prioritizing to-do tasks
Set the importance level of your to-do tasks so you can prioritize and act on them accordingly.
1. From the Home screen, tap ASUS > Do It Later.
2. Tap the task that you want to set as a top priority.
3. Under the Importance field in the task screen, select High.
4. When you’re done, tap OK.
NOTE: High-priority to-do tasks are marked as
on your Do It Later list. This allows you to quickly
determine which to-do tasks need immediate actions.
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Emailing now
You can mark an email as a reply later task and reply to it at a later time from the Do It Later app.
1. From the Home screen, tap ASUS > Do It Later.
2. Select the email that you want to reply now, then tap Reply now.
3. When you’re done, tap
to mark the task as completed.
NOTE: For details on setting your emails as reply later tasks, see Emailing later.
Deleting to-do tasks
You can delete any completed, overdue, or unnecessary to-do tasks from the Do It Later app.
1. From the Home screen, tap ASUS > Do It Later.
2. Swipe the task you want to remove from the list to the left/right.
SuperNote
Turn note-taking into a fun and creative activity that syncs with your mobile data using Supernote.
This intuitive app allows you to create notes organized per notebook by directly writing or drawing
on the touchscreen. While creating notes, you can also add multimedia files from other apps and
share them via social networks or your Cloud storage account.
Tap to select the input mode
Tap to undo the change made
Tap to configure the settings for the notebook
Tap to redo the change made
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Understanding icons
Depending on your selected input mode, these icons appear as you take down your notes on
SuperNote.
Select this type mode when you want to use the onscreen keyboard to enter your notes.
Select this write mode when you want to scribble or write your notes.
Select this draw mode when you want to create drawings or doodles.
When in write or type mode, tap this icon to select text weight and color.
When in draw mode, tap this icon to select the drawing tool to use, and the stroke color
or size.
When in draw mode, tap this icon to erase some contents in your notes.
Tap this icon to take a photo or video, record audio, add timestamp and more to your
notes.
Tap this icon to add a new page to your notebook.
Creating a notebook
To create new files using Supernote, refer to the following steps:
1.Tap ASUS > SuperNote, then tap
.
2. In the pop-up screen, select Blank notebook or Choose a template.
3. Name the file and select Pad or Phone as the page size.
4. Select a template and start writing your notes.
Sharing a notebook on the Cloud
You may share your notebook on the Cloud using the following steps:
1. On the Supernote home screen, tap-and-hold the notebook you would like to share.
2. In the pop-up screen, tap Enable cloud sync.
3. Input your ASUS WebStorage account’s User name and Password details to proceed with syncing
your notebook to the Cloud.
4. Once the notebook has been successfully synced to the Cloud, the Cloud icon appears on top of
the shared notebook.
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Sharing a note to the Cloud
Aside from your notebook, you may also share individual notes from your Supernote to your Cloud
storage account. To do this:
1. Launch the notebook that contains the note you want to share.
2. Tap-and-hold the note you want to share.
3. In the pop-up screen, tap Share then select the type of file format you want to share it as.
4. In the next screen, select the Cloud storage account where you would like to share your note.
5. Follow the succeeding instructions to complete sharing your selected note.
File Manager
Using File Manager allows you to easily locate and manage your data on the internal storage of
your ASUS Phone and its connected external storage devices.
Accessing the internal storage
To access the internal storage:
1.Tap ASUS > File Manager.
2. Tap
> Internal storage to view the contents of your ASUS Phone then tap an item to select.
Accessing the external storage device
To access the external storage device:
1. Insert the microSD card into your ASUS Phone.
2.Tap ASUS > File Manager.
3. Tap
> MicroSD to view the contents of your microSD card.
Accessing Cloud Storage
IMPORTANT! Ensure that Wi-Fi or mobile network is enabled on your ASUS Phone. For details, see
Staying connected.
To access files saved on your cloud storage accounts:
1.Tap ASUS > File Manager.
2. Tap
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Back up your data, sync files among different devices, and share files securely and privately via a
Cloud account such as ASUS WebStorage, Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox.
ASUS WebStorage
Register for or sign in to ASUS WebStorage and get free cloud storage. Automatically upload newly
captured photos for instant sharing, sync files among different devices, or share files via your ASUS
WebStorage account.
NOTE: To the enjoy auto-upload function, enable Instant Upload from Settings > Instant Upload in
your ASUS WebStorage.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that Wi-Fi or mobile network is enabled on your ASUS Phone. For details, see
Staying connected.
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ASUS Support
Find answers from FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) or directly interact with other Zen UI users to
find and share solutions about Zen UI apps.
To access ASUS Support:
1. Tap
> ASUS Support.
2.Tap ZenUI Apps, then select the app that you want to find answers for.
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Dual SIM feature
The dual SIM feature of your ASUS Phone lets you manage the settings of the installed micro SIM
cards. With this feature, you can enable/disable the micro SIM cards, or set one as a preferred
network.
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Assigning a preferred micro SIM card
Assign a micro SIM card as your preferred SIM for SMS messages, calls and data services.
SIM card for data service
To assign a micro SIM card for data service, tap Cellular data then select from SIM1 or SIM2.
SIM card for calls
When you make a call, your ASUS Phone automatically uses the preferred micro SIM card to
connect the call.
To assign a micro SIM card for calls, tap Calls then tap the SIM that you want to use.
IMPORTANT! You can only use this feature if you make a call from your contacts list.
SIM card for SMS messages
To assign a micro SIM card for SMS messages, tap SMS messages then tap the SIM that you want to
use.
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Making calls
Your ASUS Phone offers you many ways to make a call. Call your friends from your contacts list,
smart dial to quickly place a call, or enter a speed-dial number to call your frequently-called
contact.
NOTE: Organize your contacts in the Contacts app. For details, see Managing contacts.
Launching the Phone app
From your Home screen, do any of the following to launch the Phone app:
• Tap • Tap .
>
.
Dialing a phone number
Use the Phone app to directly dial a phone number.
1. From your Home screen, tap ASUS > Contacts then tap the number keys.
2. Select from call buttons SIM1 or SIM2 to dial the number.
NOTE: The labels of the call buttons may vary depending on the setting that you made to your micro
SIM cards. For more details, see Dual SIM feature.
Dialing an extension number
When you need to call an extension number, you can do any of these steps to skip the voice
prompts.
Prompting for confirmation of an extension number
You can insert a confirmation prompt for the extension number after dialing the main number.
1. From the Phone app, enter the main number.
2. To insert a confirmation prompt, tap and hold # until a semi-colon (;) appears.
3. Select from call buttons SIM1 or SIM2 to make the call.
4. When prompted, tap Yes to confirm the extension number.
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Auto-dialing an extension number
You can insert a short or long pause after dialing the main number, then the extension number is
dialed automatically.
1. From the Phone app, enter the main number.
2. To insert a pause, tap and hold * until a comma (,) appears.
NOTE: If you want a longer pause, tap and hold * again.
3. Enter the extension number.
4. Select from call buttons SIM1 or SIM2 to place the call.
5. Tap
to end the call.
Smart dialing your contacts
As you enter the first few numbers or letters of your contact’s name, Smart Dial filters through your
contacts list or call logs and provide you with possible matches. You can check if the contact you’re
trying to reach is on the list of possible matches, then you can quickly place that call.
1. Launch the Phone app then enter the number or name of the contact.
2. From the list of possible matches, tap the contact you wish to call. If the contact is not on list,
enter the complete number or name of the contact.
3. Select from call buttons SIM1 or SIM2 to make the call.
NOTE: The labels of the call buttons may vary depending on the setting that you made to your micro
SIM cards. For more details, see also Dual SIM feature.
Calling from Contacts app
Use the Contacts app to make a call from your contacts list.
1. Launch the Contacts app.
2. Tap the contact name then tap the number that you wish to dial.
3. If there are two SIM cards installed, tap the SIM card from which you want to make the call.
4. Tap
to end the call.
NOTE: To view all contacts from all contact accounts, tap Contacts to display dropdown list then tick
all accounts.
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Calling your favorite contacts
When you add a contact to your Favorites list, you can quickly call the contact from the Phone app.
1. Launch the Contacts app.
2. Tap
to display your Favorites list, then tap your favorite contact whom you want to call.
3. Tap
to end the call.
Receiving calls
The touch screen of your ASUS Phone lights up when there is an incoming call. The display of the
incoming call also varies, depending on the status of your ASUS Phone.
Answering calls
There are two ways to answer a call depending on the status of your ASUS Phone:
• If your device is active, tap Answer or to reject a call, tap Decline.
• If your device is locked, drag to
to answer or to
to reject the call.
Managing your call logs
From your call logs, you can call back your missed calls, save calls to your contacts list, or redial your
recently-called number or contact.
Saving calls to Contacts
You can add a call/number from your call logs to your contacts list.
1. From the Phone app, tap
> All calls and select the type of call list that you want to view.
2. From your selected call list, select the number you want to save to Contacts.
3. From the Call details screen, tap
displayed.
4. From the Phone app, tap
> Edit number before call. The Phone app screen is
> Add to contacts > Create new contact.
5. Enter the name of the new contact.
6. When done, tap
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Redialing your last-called number
To redial your last-called number:
1. From the Phone app, tap
to display your call logs.
2.Tap All calls > Outgoing calls, then tap the contact or number that you want to call.
3. Tap
to end the call.
Other call options
During an active call, tap
progress.
and tap any of the possible call options for when a call is in
Microphone
Turns the microphone for the active call on or off. When the microphone is off or in
mute mode, you can hear the caller but the caller can’t hear you.
Speakerphone
Turns the speakerphone on or off.
Call on hold
Puts an active call on hold.
Conference call
When you have subscribed to a conference call service with your mobile service
provider, this icon allows you to add a contact or contacts in an active call.
NOTES:
• The number of participants in the conference call depend on your conference call
subscription. You can inquire from your mobile service provider about this service.
• For more details on conference call, see Managing multiple calls.
SuperNote
Launches the SuperNote app, letting you take down notes during an active call.
NOTE: For more details, see SuperNote.
Record
Records an active call.
IMPORTANT! Before recording an active call, it is dictated by most local laws to ask
permission from the other person or persons on the other line.
NOTE: For more details, see Recording calls.
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Managing multiple calls
Your ASUS Phone provides you the convenience of making or taking two calls.
Answering another call
While you are talking on your ASUS Phone, you can hear a beeping sound, indicating of another
incoming call. Tap Answer on the touch screen to receive an incoming call while on an active call.
Recording calls
Your ASUS Phone allows you to record a conversation for future reference or information.
1. Call a contact or dial a number.
2. Tap
to record the call.
IMPORTANT! Before recording a call, ensure that you ask for permission from the other party or
parties.
3. To stop recording, tap
. This
icon appears on the system notification bar.
4. Swipe down from the top of the screen, then tap Call recording saved notification to view the
recorded conversation.
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Managing contacts
Organize your contacts and easily stay in touch with them via calls, SMS messages, emails, or social
networks. Group your contacts as Favorites to quickly get in touch with them, or group them as
VIPs to get notified about any upcoming events, missed calls, or unread messages.
You can also sync your contacts with your email or social network accounts, link contacts’ info for
easy access in one place, or filter the contacts you want to keep in touch with.
From your Home screen, do any of the following to launch the Contacts app:
• Tap ASUS > Contacts.
• Tap > Communication > Contacts.
Setting up your profile
Make your ASUS Phone truly your own and set up your profile info.
1. Launch the Contacts app then tap ME Set up my profile.
NOTE: ME appears when you’ve set up your Google account on your ASUS Phone.
2. Fill in your info such as mobile or home number.
Adding contacts
Add contacts to your device, corporate, Google, or other email accounts and fill in more important
contact information such as contact numbers, email addresses, special events for VIPs, and more.
1. Launch the Contacts app then tap
.
2.Select Device.
NOTES:
• You can also save the contact to your SIM card or an email account.
• If you don't have an email account, tap ADD NEW ACCOUNT then create one.
3. Fill in the neccessary information such as mobile or home number, email address, or group
where you want to put the contact in.
4. When you’ve completed the info, tap
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Adding an extension number to a contact number
You can add a contact’s extension number to skip the voice prompts when making a call.
1. In the contact’s information screen, enter the contact’s main number and extension number in
either of these two ways:
•• Insert a comma (,) after the main number, then enter the contact’s extension number.
There’ll be a short pause before the extension number is dialed automatically. To extend
the pause, insert another comma.
•• Insert a semi-colon (;) after the main number, then enter the contact’s extension number.
When dialing the contact number, you’ll be prompted to confirm the extension number.
Tap Yes on the confirmation message.
2. When you’ve completed the info, tap Done.
Setting up your VIPs
Group your phone contacts as VIPs to get notified about upcoming anniversaries, birthdays, and
other important events. You’ll also get alerts about any unread messages or emails, or any missed
calls from your VIPs.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that you have set up your contacts as phone contacts. For details, see Importing
contacts.
Setting up your VIP from the VIP screen
To set up your VIP from the VIP screen:
1. Launch the Contacts app.
2. Tap
> VIP.
3. In the VIP screen, tap
> Edit then tap
.
4. Select the contact or contacts you want to group as VIPs, then tap OK. The contact or contacts
are added to your VIP list.
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Marking your favorite contacts
Set your frequently-called contacts as your favorites to be able to call them quickly from the Phone
app.
1. From the Home screen, tap ASUS > Contacts.
2. Select the contact that you want to mark as a favorite.
3. Tap
. The contact is added to your Favorites List in the Phone app.
NOTES:
• To view your Favorites list, tap the Contacts app from the Home screen, then tap .
• For more details, see Calling your favorite contacts.
• You can also set a favorite contact as a VIP. For more details, see Setting up your VIPs.
Importing contacts
Import your contacts and their respective data from one contact source to your ASUS Phone, email
account, or a micro SIM card.
1.Tap ASUS > Contacts.
2. Tap
>
> Import/Export then select to copy the contacts from the following options:
a. SIM 1 card/ SIM 2 card
b. Phone contact
d. Phone storage
3. Tap to copy the contacts to the following accounts:
a. SIM 1 card/ SIM 2 card
b. Phone contact
4. Tick to select the contacts that you wish to import and when done, tap OK.
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Social networking with your contacts
Integrating the social network accounts of your contacts makes it easier for you to view their
profiles, news, and social feeds. Stay updated with the activities of your contacts in real time.
IMPORTANT! Before you can integrate social network accounts of your contacts, you need to log in to
your social network account and sync its settings.
Syncing your social network account
Sync your social network account to add the social network accounts of your contacts to your ASUS
Phone.
1. Do any of the following to launch the Settings app:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
•• Tap
.
> Settings.
2. From the Settings screen, tap your social network account under Accounts section.
3.Tick Contacts to sync the social network accounts of your contacts.
4. Launch the Contacts app to view your contacts list.
5. To view only your contacts with social network accounts, tap Contacts to display then untick
the other contact sources, leaving the social network name checked.
6. When done, tap
or anywhere on the screen.
Send messages and more
Messaging
Messaging lets you send, promptly reply, or reply at a later time to important messages from your
contacts in any of your SIM cards installed on your ASUS Phone. You can also email your message
threads or conversations to others to keep them in the loop.
Launching the Messaging app
From your Home screen, do any of the following to launch the Messaging app:
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1. Launch the Messaging app then tap
.
2. In the Type name or number field, enter the number or tap
list.
to select a contact from your
3. Start composing your message in the Type text message field.
4. When you’re done, select the SIM account where you’re going to send your message from.
Replying to messages
1. Tap your message alert from your Home screen or Lock screen.
2. Start composing your reply in the Type text message field.
3. When you’re done, select the SIM account where you’re going to send your reply from.
Forwarding a message thread
You can forward a message thread or conversation to others, and set an alert so you can reply to an
important message at a convenient time.
1. Launch the Messaging app.
2. Select a message thread, then tap
> Select message.
3.Tap Selected > Select All or any of the messages from the thread, then tap
4. In the Type name or number field, enter the number or tap
list.
.
to select a contact from your
5. When you’re done, select the SIM account where you’re going to send your message from. The
conversation will be forwarded as an MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) message.
NOTES:
• Ensure that you have MMS subscription with your mobile service provider.
• Mobile data and messaging rates apply when forwarding conversations to others.
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Other messaging options
When you are in an active message thread or while composing a message, you can tap
any of these other options below.
Add subject
Insert contact
Insert quick text
Discard
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Tap to add the title of your message.
Insert a contact’s info into your message.
Insert a predefined reply into the body of your message.
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Fun and entertainment
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Using a headset
Have the freedom to do other things while you’re in a call or enjoy listening to your favorite music,
using a headset.
Connecting the audio jack
Insert the 3.5mm headset jack into the audio port of your device.
WARNING!
• Do not insert other objects into the audio jack port.
• Do not insert a cable with electric power output into the audio jack port.
• Listening at a high volume for long periods can damage your hearing.
NOTES:
• We highly recommend to use only compatible headsets or the bundled headset with this device.
• Unplugging the audio jack, while listening to music automatically pauses the music played.
• Unplugging the audio jack, while watching a video, automatically pauses the video playback.
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Music
Music app automatically searches for music files from the internal and external storages on your
ASUS Phone. You can organize these music files in a playlist or add them in a queue to play them
sequentially. You can also stream music from cloud accounts such as ASUS WebStorage, Dropbox,
OneDrive, and Drive.
IMPORTANT! Before streaming music from a cloud account, ensure that your ASUS Phone is
connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. For more details, see Staying connected.
Launching Music
To launch Music, tap
> Music.
Playing songs
To play a song:
1. From the Music app, tap Music then select Songs. You can also select these other options how
you want to to browse your music files: Album, Artist, Genres, Composer, or Folder.
2. From your list, tap the song that you want to play. Tap Play All if you want to play all songs.
3. Swipe up from the song title bar to get a full screen of the song that’s currently playing.
Tap to add the song to your Favorites
Tap to play or pause the song
Tap to play the next song
Tap and hold to fast-forward to the next song
Tap to enable/disable Shuffle function
Tap to play the previous song
Tap and hold to rewind the song
Tap to repeat the current song, all songs, or turn off the repeat
function
NOTE: To add several songs to an existing playlist, see Adding songs to a playlist.
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Other playback options
During playback, you can tap
Add to playlist
Edit info
Share
Set as ringtone
Add to queue / Clear
queue
Equalizer
Sleep timer
Settings
Encourage us
Feedback & Help
and do any of these other options below.
Tap to add the song to an existing playlist or create a new one to add the
song to it.
Tap to add some details about the song.
Tap to share the song via some apps or cloud accounts.
Tap to use the song as the ringtone.
Tap Add to queue to add the song to your queue list. Tap Clear queue
to remove all songs in the queue.
Tap to configure the Equalizer settings and get better audio for your
songs.
Set the time when the music will stop playing.
Tap this option to configure the Music settings.
Tap to rate ASUS Music 5-star on Play Store.
Get answers to your questions and you can send to us your feedbacks.
Streaming Cloud music
Register or sign in to a cloud account and stream music from your cloud account to your ASUS
Phone.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that Wi-Fi or mobile network is enabled on your ASUS Phone. For details, see
Staying connected.
Adding a cloud storage account
To add a cloud storage account:
1. From the Music home screen, tap
.
2. Under Cloud Music, tap Add cloud service.
3. Select the cloud storage service where you want to play music files from.
4. Follow the succeeding instructions to complete signing in to your cloud storage account.
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Streaming music from the cloud
To stream music from your cloud account.
1. From the Music home screen, tap
.
2.Under Cloud Music, tap the cloud account where you want to stream music from.
3. Select the song, then tap to play it.
Creating a playlist
Get your favorite songs from different sources such as internal storage, external storage, or cloud
accounts and organize them in a playlist.
1. From the Music home screen, tap
.
2.Under Playlist, tap My playlist, then tap
.
3. Assign a name to your playlist, then tap Save.
Adding songs to a playlist
You can add several songs to your playlist at on time from your local source (internal and external
storages) or cloud accounts.
1. From the Music home screen, tap
.
2.Under Playlist, tap My playlist, then tap the name of your playlist.
3.Tap Add songs.
4. Tap the music source where you want to get your songs from to add to your playlist.
5. Select how you’d want to browse your music: Album, Artist, Genres, Composer, Songs, or
Folder.
6. Select the songs that you’d want to add to your playlist. Tap Select All if you want to add all
songs from your music list, album, folder, or from your favorite artists.
NOTE: You can also add a currently-playing song to an existing playlist. For details, see Other
playback options.
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Your precious moments
Your precious moments
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Capture moments
Launching the Camera app
Capture images and record videos using your ASUS Phone’s Camera app. Refer to any of the steps
below to open the Camera app.
From the lock screen
Drag down
until the camera app is launched.
From the home screen
Tap
.
Using Camera for the first time
After launching the Camera for the first time, two consecutive features appear to help you get
started: Tutorial and Image locations.
Tutorial
If it is your first time to use your ASUS Phone’s camera, you will encounter the following tutorial
screen after launching the Camera app. Refer to the following steps to proceed from this screen.
1. On the Tutorial screen, tap Skip if you want to skip viewing or Start to view the basic tutorial
about using Camera.
2. After tapping either of these options, you will then proceed to the Remember Photo Locations
screen.
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Photo Locations
After going through the Tutorial screen, the Remember Photo Locations screen appears to help you
create automatic location tags for your images. Refer to the following steps to proceed from this
screen:
1. On the Remember Photo Locations screen, tap No thanks to proceed to the camera screen or
Yes to set up location tagging for your captured images.
2.Slide Location to ON to enable the location tagging feature.
3.Tap Agree on the next screen to fully enable the feature and proceed to the Camera screen.
Camera home screen
Your ASUS Phone’s camera is equipped with auto-scene detection and auto-image stabilizer
features. It also features a video stabilization function that helps prevent shakiness while video
recording.
Tap the icons to start using your camera and explore the image and video features of your ASUS
Phone.
Adjust settings
Enable or disable the flash function
Switch between the front and rear cameras
Use advanced camera settings
See the Gallery
Take photos
Record videos
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Image settings
Adjust the appearance of your captured images by configuring your camera’s settings using the
steps below.
IMPORTANT! Apply the settings first before taking images.
1. On the camera’s home screen, tap
>
.
2. Scroll down and configure the available options.
Image
Configure the image quality using these options.
Shoot mode
Set your shutter speed to Timer mode or change the Burst speed under this option.
Focus & exposure
Enable Touch auto-exposure or Face detection under this option.
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Video settings
Adjust the appearance of your recorded videos by configuring your camera’s settings using the
steps below.
IMPORTANT! Apply the settings first before taking images.
1. On the camera’s home screen, tap
>
.
2. Scroll down and configure the available options.
Image
Configure the video quality using these options.
Focus & exposure
Enable Touch auto-exposure under this option.
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Advanced camera features
Explore new ways of capturing images or videos and make captured extra special moments using
the advanced camera features of your ASUS Phone.
IMPORTANT! Apply the settings first before taking images. Available features may vary per model.
Time Rewind
After selecting Time Rewind, your shutter starts taking burst shots two seconds before you
actually press the shutter button. As a result, you get a timeline of images where you can choose
the best image to save on your Gallery.
NOTE: The Time Rewind feature can only be used on the rear camera.
Capturing Time Rewind photos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Tap
> Time Rewind.
to start capturing photos.
3. Adjust the time (in seconds) that you want your captured photo to play in reverse or rewind
mode.
4. Tap
when finished.
Using the Time Rewind viewer
1. After pressing the shutter, the Time Rewind viewer appears onscreen on top of a captured
photo. Rotate the button on the viewer to browse through the photos you just took.
NOTE:Tap Best to view the best photo suggestion from the timeline.
2. Select a photo then tap Done to save it to Gallery.
HDR
The High-dynamic-range (HDR) feature allows you to take more detailed images for low-light
and highly contrasting scenes. HDR is recommended for use when taking images on brightly lit
locations, helping balance out the colors produced on your image.
Capturing HDR photos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Tap
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> HDR.
Panorama
Capture images from various angles using Panorama. Images captured from a wide angle
perspective are automatically stitched together using this feature.
Capturing panoramic photos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Tap
> Panorama.
then pan your ASUS Phone to the left or right to capture the scenery.
NOTE: While panning your ASUS Phone, a timeline of thumbnails appears on the lower part of your
screen as it captures the scenery.
3. Tap
when finished.
Selfie
Take advantage of your rear camera’s high megapixel specs without worrying about pressing the
shutter button. Using face-detection, you can set your ASUS Phone to detect up to four faces using
the rear camera then automatically capture your selfie or group selfie.
Capturing Selfie photos
1. From the Camera app screen, tap
2. Tap
> Selfie.
to choose how many people should be included in the photo.
3. Use the rear camera to detect faces and wait for your ASUS Phone to start beeping, counting
down until it captures the photo.
4. Tap
to save the photo.
Depth of field
Take macro shots with a soft background using the Depth of field. This feature suits close up photos
of subjects for a more defined and dramatic result.
Capturing photos with depth of fields
1. From the Camera app screen, tap
2. Tap
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Miniature
Simulate the tilt-shift effect of DSLR lenses via the Miniature feature. Using this feature allows you
to focus on specific areas of your subject, adding a bokeh effect that can be used on both photos
and video using your ASUS Phone.
Capturing Miniature photos
1. From the Camera app screen, tap
> Miniature.
2. Tap
or
to select your focus area, then use your two fingers to adjust the focus area’s
size and position.
3. Tap
or
to increase or decrease the background blur. Tap
decrease saturation.
4. Tap
or
t o increase or
to capture Miniature photos.
Smart remove
Eliminate unwanted details immediately after capturing the image using the Smart remove feature.
Capturing Smart remove photos
1. From the Camera app screen, tap
2. Tap
> Smart remove.
capturing photos that can be edited using Smart remove.
3. On the captured photo, tap the outline around the detected moving object to delete it.
4. Tap
to save the photo.
All Smiles
Capture the perfect smile or the wackiest facial expression from a range of photos using the All
Smiles feature. This feature lets you take five consecutive photos after pressing the shutter button,
automatically detecting faces on the image for comparison.
Capturing All smiles photos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Tap
> All smiles.
to start capturing photos that can be edited using All Smiles.
3. Touch the subject’s face, then select the subject’s best facial expression.
4. Swipe down from the top, then tap
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to save the photo.
Beautification
Have fun during and after taking photos of your family and friends using the Beautification feature
of your ASUS Phone. When enabled, this feature allows you to make live beauty enhancements on
your subject’s face before you press the shutter button.
Capturing Beautification photos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Tap
> Beautification.
to start capturing the photo.
3. Tap the thumbnail to preview the photo and display the Beautification settings.
4. Tap
and select your preferred Beautification feature, then tap
to save the photo.
GIF animation
Create GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) images straight from your ASUS Phone’s camera using
the GIF animation feature.
Capturing GIF animation photos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Long press
> GIF Animation.
to start capturing burst photo for GIF animation.
3. Make your preferred adjustments to the GIF animation settings.
4. Tap
when finished.
Time lapse
The time lapse video feature of your ASUS Phone allows you to capture stills for automatic time
lapse playback. In effect, events seem to move in a fast-forward manner though they actually
occured and were recorded between long intervals.
Recording Time lapse videos
1. From the Camera app’s home screen, tap
2. Tap
then select the time lapse interval.
3. Tap
to start taking Time lapse videos.
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> Time lapse.
Using the Gallery
View images and play videos on your ASUS Phone using the Gallery app.
This app also allows you to edit, share, or delete image and video files stored in your ASUS Phone.
From Gallery, you can display images in a slideshow or tap to view the selected image or video file.
To launch Gallery, tap ASUS > Gallery.
Viewing files from your social network or cloud storage
By default, your Gallery displays all the media files on your ASUS Phone according to their album
folders.
To view the media files from other locations accessible via your ASUS Phone:
1. From the main screen, tap
.
2. Tap any of the following source locations to view their respective media files.
NOTES:
• You can download photos to your ASUS Phone from your cloud account and use them as your
wallpaper.
• For details on using photos or images as your wallpaper, see Wallpapers.
IMPORTANT! Internet connection is required for viewing photos and videos under Asus HomeCloud,
Social Gallery - Omlet, and My cloud.
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Viewing the photo location
Enable the location access on your ASUS Phone, and get the location details on your photos. Your
photos’ location details include the area where the photos are taken, as well a map of the location
via Google Map or Baidu (in China only).
To view the details of a photo:
1. Turn on the location access from
> Settings > Location.
2. Ensure that you have shared your location to Google Map or Baidu.
3. Launch the Gallery app, and select the photo whose photo details you want to view.
4. Tap the photo then tap
.
Tap to show the photo location details
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Sharing files from the Gallery
1. From the Gallery screen, tap the folder where the files you want to share are located.
2. After opening the folder, tap
to activate file selection.
3. Tap the files you want to share. A check mark appears on top of the image you select.
4. Tap
then select from the list where you want to share the images.
Deleting files from the Gallery
1. From the Gallery screen, tap the folder where the files you want to delete are located.
2. After opening the folder, tap
to activate file selection.
3. Tap the files you want to delete. A check mark appears on top of the image you select.
4. Tap
> Delete.
Editing images
The Gallery also features its own image editing tools that you can use to enhance images saved on
your ASUS Phone.
1. From the Gallery screen, tap the folder where the files are located.
2. After opening the folder, tap the image you want to edit.
3. Once the image is opened, tap it again to show its functions.
4. Tap
to open the image editing toolbar.
5. Tap any of the icons on the editing toolbar to apply changes to the image.
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Posting photos to your Calendar event wall
Enabling this feature in your Gallery allows you to view photos straight from your Calendar events.
This way, you can immediately group captured photos according to their specific event name.
1. After taking photos from your ASUS Phone, launch Gallery.
2. Tap
3. Tap
> Events wall.
on the upper right corner of the folder containing the photos taken during an event.
4. Select the Calendar event you would like to integrate with the photo folder.
5.The
icon appears on the upper right corner of the photo folder indicating that the photos
are successfully posted on the event wall.
6. To view the event photos, open the event from the Calendar app, then tap
.
IMPORTANT!
• This feature is only enabled after setting events on the Calendar. For more details on how to set
events, see Calendar.
• Only photos taken with your ASUS Phone's camera on the same date and time as a Calendar event
can use this feature.
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Using MiniMovie
Turn photos into a creative slideshow using the MiniMovie feature of the Gallery. MiniMovie
contains a theme of slideshow presentations which you can immediately apply to selected photos.
To create a MiniMovie from a photo folder:
1. Launch Gallery then tap
to select the location of your photo folder.
2. Select the photo folder then tap
> Auto MiniMovie.
3. Select the MiniMovie theme you would like to use for your photo slideshow.
Tap any of these themes
to see its preview.
4. After selecting a theme, tap
to save the slideshow. You can access your saved slideshows
from ASUS > File Manager > Movies > MiniMovie.
5. You can then share the slideshow to social network sites or instant messaging apps such as
Facebook, Google Plus, or Omlet Chat.
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Staying connected
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Staying connected
Mobile network
When there’s no available Wi-Fi network that you can connect to, you can enable your mobile
network’s data access for Internet connection.
Configuring the mobile network
1. Do any of the following to launch the Settings screen:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
.
•• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen, then tap System settings.
2.Tap More > Cellular networks.
3. Configure the mobile network settings if necessary.
NOTES:
• If you access the Internet via your mobile network, additional charges will be incurred depending on
your data plan.
• For more details on your mobile network charges/fees and setttings, contact your mobile service
provider.
Wi-Fi
The Wi-Fi technology of your ASUS Phone gets you connected to the wireless world. Update your
social media accounts, browse the Internet, or exchange data and messages wirelessly from your
ASUS Phone.
Enabling Wi-Fi
1. Launch the Settings screen by doing any of the following:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
•• Tap
.
> Settings.
2. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the right to turn on the Wi-Fi.
NOTE: You can also enable the Wi-Fi from Quick Settings screen. Refer to section Quick Settings on
how to launch Quick Settings screen.
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Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
1. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi to display all detected Wi-Fi networks.
2. Tap a network name to connect to it. For a secured network, you may be prompted to key in a
password or other security credentials.
NOTES:
• Your ASUS Phone automatically reconnects to the network that you connected with previously.
• Turn off the Wi-Fi feature when you're not using it to help save battery power.
Disabling Wi-Fi
To disable Wi-Fi:
1. Launch the Settings screen by doing any of the following:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
.
•• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen, then tap System settings.
2. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the left to turn off the Wi-Fi.
NOTE: You can also disable the Wi-Fi from Quick Settings screen. See Quick Settings on how to launch
Quick Settings screen.
Bluetooth®
Use the Bluetooth feature of your ASUS Phone to send or receive files and stream multimedia files
with other smart devices over short distances. With Bluetooth, you can share your media files with
your friends’ smart devices, send data for print with a Bluetooh printer, or play music files with a
Bluetooth speaker.
Enabling Bluetooth®
1. Do any of the following to launch the Settings screen:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
.
•• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen, then tap System settings.
2. Slide the Bluetooth switch to the right to turn on the Bluetooth.
NOTE: You can also enable the Bluetooth from Quick Settings screen. See Quick Settings on how to
launch Quick Settings screen.
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Pairing your ASUS Phone to a Bluetooth® device
Before using the Bluetooth feature of your ASUS Phone in full scale, you have to pair it first with the
Bluetooth device. The ASUS Phone automatically stores the pairing connection of the Bluetooth
device.
1. On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth to display all available devices.
IMPORTANT!
• If the device that you want to pair is not in the list, ensure to enable its Bluetooth feature and is
discoverable.
• See the user guide that came with your device to learn how to enable its Bluetooth and and set it to
discoverable.
2.Tap
> Refresh to scan for more Bluetooth devices.
3. In the list of available devices, tap the Bluetooth device that you want to pair with.
4. Ensure that the same passkey show on both devices, then tap Pair.
NOTE: Turn off the Bluetooth feature when you're not using it to help save battery power.
Unpairing your ASUS Phone from the Bluetooth® device
1. On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth to display all available and paired devices.
2. In the list of paired devices, tap
FORGET.
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of Bluetooth device that you want to unpair, then tap
Tethering
When Wi-Fi service is not available, you can use your ASUS Phone as a modem or turn it into a Wi-Fi
hotspot to get Internet access on your laptop, tablet, and other mobile devices.
IMPORTANT! Most mobile service providers may require a data plan for you to be able to use the
tethering function. Contact your mobile service provider about availing of this data plan.
NOTES:
• Internet access via tethering may be slower than the standard Wi-Fi or mobile connection.
• Only a limited number of mobile devices can tether to your ASUS Phone for Internet access.
• Turn off the tethering feature when you're not using it to help save battery power.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Turn your ASUS Phone into a Wi-Fi Hotspot to share Internet connection with other devices.
1. Do any of the following to launch the Settings screen:
•• Launch Quick settings then tap
.
•• Swipe up from the bottom of your Home screen, then tap System settings.
2.Tap More > Tethering & portable hotspot > Hotspot & tethering settings.
3.Select IPv4 or IPv4 & IPv6.
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Bluetooth Tethering
Enable Bluetooth on your ASUS Phone and use it as a modem for Internet access on your
Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices such as a laptop or a tablet.
1. Enable Bluetooth on your ASUS Phone and the other device.
2. Pair both devices.
NOTE: For details, see Pairing your ASUS Phone to a Bluetooth® device.
3. From the Settings screen, tap More > Tethering & portable hotspot, then silde Bluetooth
tethering to ON. You can now surf the Internet or do Internet-related activities on your ASUS
Phone.
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Travel and Maps
Travel and Maps
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Weather
Get real-time weather updates straight from your ASUS Phone using the weather app. Using
Weather, you can also check other weather details from around the world.
Launching the Weather app
From your Home screen, launch the Weather app using either of the following options:
•• Tap
> Weather.
•• From your ASUS Phone’s home screen, tap the weather icon.
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Weather home screen
Set up and get your current location’s weather updates as well as other parts of the world. You can
display the weather updates or daily weather forecast on the Calendar app.
Tap to search for a city’s weather info
Tap to get the area’s current weather info, refresh the
weather info, edit the location list, or configure the
weather settings
Swipe up to see other weather information.
Swipe to the left or right to see the weather information
of other cities in your location list.
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Clock
Customize the time zone settings of your ASUS Phone, set alarms, and use your ASUS Phone as a
stop watch using the Clock app.
Launching Clock
Launch the Clock app using either of the following options:
•• Tap
> Clock.
•• From your ASUS Phone’s home screen, tap the digital clock display.
World Clock
Tap
to access the world clock settings of your ASUS Phone.
Tap this to access the Clock app settings.
Tap this to set your clock on night mode.
Tap this to edit the cities marked on your world clock.
Tap this to add a new city to mark on your world clock’s map.
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Alarm clock
Tap
to access the alarm clock settings of your ASUS Phone.
Tap this to delete any of the previously set alarms.
Tap this to access the settings of the alarm clock feature.
Tap this to set a new alarm time.
Stopwatch
Tap
to use your ASUS Phone as a stopwatch.
Tap this button to start running the stopwatch feature.
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Timer
You may set multiple timer options for your ASUS Phone. To do this, follow the steps below:
Setting the timer
1. Tap
to access the timer feature of your ASUS Phone.
numeric keypad
2. Use the numeric keypad to input your target time then tap start to start the timer.
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9ZenLink
ZenLink
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Knowing ZenLink
Stay connected with the ASUS-exclusive ZenLink for maximum productivity. With these ZenLink
apps, you can connect with other devices to share and receive files.
Your ZenLink comprises of the following apps: Share Link and Remote Link.
NOTE: Some of these ZenLink apps may not be available in your ASUS Phone.
Share Link
Share and receive files, apps, or media contents with Android mobile devices using Share Link app
(for ASUS mobile devices) or SHAREit app (for other mobile devices) via a Wi-Fi hotspot. With this
app, you can send or receive files that are larger than 100 MB and lets you share or receive multiple
files at the same time. Share Link app sends and receives files faster than using Bluetooth.
Sharing files
1. From your Home screen, tap ZenLink > Share Link.
2.Tap Send file then select from the options that appear on your screen.
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3. Tap the files that you want to send then tap Done.
4. After your ASUS Phone detects the other devices, tap the device that you want to share your files
with.
Receiving files
To receive files:
1. From your Home screen, tap
then tap Share Link.
2.Tap Receive file to receive the files from the sender.
Remote Link
Turn your ASUS Phone into a wireless input device and a presentation tool. Using this app, you
can use your ASUS Phone as a touchpad, touchscreen panel, laser pointer for presentations, and
Windows® Media Player controller while connected to your computer via bluetooth.
NOTES:
• Before using Remote Link, ensure to install Remote Link to your computer. Go to
http://remotelink.asus.com to download Remote Link and install it to your computer.
• Ensure to pair your computer and your ASUS Phone first before using Remote Link.
Using Remote Link
To use Remote Link:
1. From your Home screen, tap ZenLink > Remote Link.
2.Tap Search device then select the device that you want to connect.
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Remote Link touch pad
Tap
to activate ASUS Smart gesture and avigate your computer.
Slide your finger across this touch pad to navigate your computer.
Tap this button to mimic left-button mouse function.
Tap this button to mimic right-button mouse function.
Move this slider to zoom in/zoom out the screen of your computer.
Remote Link presentation controller
Tap
to control the presentation slides on your computer.
Tap and hold this button to activate the laser pointer.
Tap this button to go to next slide.
Tap this button to go back to previous slide.
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Remote Link Windows® Media Player controller
Tap
to control the Windows® Media player.
Tap this button to go back to previous song/music file.
Tap this button to go to next song/music file.
Move this slider to minimize/maximize the volume.
Move this seeking button to select a part of a song/music file
that you want to listen or play.
Remote Link keyboard input
Tap
to use keyboard input. You can also use the microphone icon for voice input.
Tap this button to key in your message via voice input.
Tap this button to send the message to your computer.
Key in your message in this field.
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Zen Everywhere
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Zen Everywhere
Special Zen Tools
Flashlight
You can turn your ASUS Phone to an instant flashlight by launching your Quick settings panel from
any screen or any open app. From the Quick settings panel, simply tap on the Flashlight icon to
activate its function.
Tap this to enable the flashlight.
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Flashlight menu options
Tap this to enable or disable the flashlight
mode.
Tap this to enable or disable the SOS mode.
Tap any of these icons to toggle between the
flashlight’s speed while blinking.
Tap this to turn on or turn off the light.
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Calculator
One-swipe and a tap is all it takes to launch your Calculator. When you open the Quick settings
panel, the Calculator icon is there visibly on top of the list. Tap it to get started with your
computations.
Tap this to enable the calculator
Calculator screen
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Quick memo
Quick memo is a note-taking tool that gives you the freedom to either scribble or type down
important notes you need to remember. After creating notes, you can share them via Share Link
and social media sites or turn them into a task inside Do It Later.
Creating a sticky note
You can turn Quick memo notes into a sticky note so you can view them wherever, on your ASUS
Phone. To create a sticky note, just tap on the pin icon on the upper right corner of Quick memo
after creating your note.
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Sound Recorder
Record audio files using your ASUS Phone by enabling the Sound Recorder app.
Launching Sound Recorder
To launch Sound Recorder, tap
> Sound Recorder.
Tap to customize the Sound Recorder settings
Tap to view the list of saved audio recording files
Tap to start audio recording
Pausing a recording
During a paused recording, you can choose to resume, delete, or save the recording.
Tap to delete the recording
Tap to resume the recording
Tap to save the recording
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Recording List
From the Recording List, you can play, rename, share, or delete a saved audio recording file.
To view your recording list, tap
from the Sound Recorder main screen.
Tap to share, rename, or delete your selected
recording
Tap to play/pause your selected recording
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There’s more to your Zen
ASUS View Flip Case
Place your ASUS Phone in the ASUS View Flip Case and check important information without
opening the cover.
NOTE: This accessory may be bundled with your ASUS Phone or purchased separately.
Installing the ASUS View Flip Case
To install the ASUS View Flip Case:
1. Turn off your ASUS Phone.
2. Place your ASUS Phone in the View Flip Case.
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Maintain your Zen
Maintain your Zen
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Keeping your device up-to-date
Keep your ASUS Phone in the loop of Android system updates and upgraded apps and features.
Updating your system
1. Tap
then tap Settings.
2. On the Settings screen, slide down to display other items then tap About phone.
3.Tap System update then tap CHECK UPDATE.
NOTE: You can preview the last time your ASUS Phone’s system was updated at the Last update
check: of the System update window.
Storage
You can store data, apps, or files on your ASUS Phone (internal storage), on an external storage,
or on an online storage. You need an internet connection to transfer or download your files on an
online storage. Use the bundled USB cable to copy files to or from the computer to your ASUS
Phone.
Backup and reset
Back up data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers using your ASUS Phone.
1. Tap
then tap Settings > Backup & reset.
2. From the Backup & reset window, you can:
•• Backup my data: This feature backs up your data, Wif-Fi passwords, and other settings to
Google servers when enabled.
•• Backup account: Allows you to specify the account you to be associated when you save
your backup.
•• Automatic restore: This features facilitates restoration of backed up settings and data
when you reinstall an app.
•• DRM reset: Deletes all DRM licenses.
•• Factory data reset: Erases all data on phone.
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Securing your ASUS Phone
Use the security features of your ASUS Phone to prevent unauthorized calls or access of
information.
Unlocking your screen
When the screen is locked, you can open it with the security unlocking options that the ASUS
Phone offers you.
1. Tap
then tap Settings > Lock screen.
2.Tap Screen lock then select an option to unlock your ASUS Phone.
NOTES:
• Refer to section Unlock screen options for more information.
• To deactivate the unlock screen option that you set, tap None on Choose screen lock screen.
Unlock screen options
Choose from these options to lock your ASUS Phone.
Swipe
Swipe up to unlock your ASUS Phone.
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PIN
Key in at least four numbers to set a PIN.
IMPORTANT! Ensure to remember the PIN that you created to unlock your device.
Pattern
Slide your finger on the dots and create a pattern.
IMPORTANT! You can create a pattern with a minimum of four dots. Ensure to remember the pattern
that you created to unlock your device.
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Password
Key in at least four characters to create a password.
IMPORTANT! Ensure to remember the password that you created to unlock your device.
Configuring the other screen security features
Aside from the mode of screen lock, you can also do the following on the Screen security window:
• Quick Access: Slide the Quick Access switch to ON to launch apps on the lock screen.
Setting your ASUS Phone identity
Know your ASUS Phone’s identity such as serial number, IMEI (International Mobile Equipment
Identity) number, or model number.
This is important, as when you may lose your ASUS Phone, you can contact your mobile carrier and
provide the information to blacklist the unauthorized use of your ASUS Phone.
To display your ASUS Phone’s identity:
1.Tap All Apps then tap Settings.
2. On the Settings screen, slide down to display other items then tap About phone. The About
screen displays the status, legal information, model number, operating system version,
hardware, and software information of your ASUS Phone.
3. To see the serial number, SIM contact number, and IMEI of your ASUS Phone, tap Status.
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Appendix
Appendix
Notices
EC Declaration of Conformity
This product is compliant with the regulations of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of
Conformity can be downloaded from http://www.asus.com/support
Prevention of Hearing Loss
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.
À pleine puissance, l’écoute prolongée du baladeur peut endommager
l’oreille de l’utilisateur.
For France, headphones/earphones for this device are compliant with the sound pressure level
requirement laid down in the applicable EN50332-1:2013 and/or EN50332-2:2013 standard
required by French Article L.5232-1.
CE Mark Warning
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament
and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and
mutual recognition of conformity.
The highest CE SAR values for this device are as follows:
•• 0.362 W/Kg (Head)
•• 0.497 W/Kg (Body)
RF Exposure information (SAR) - CE
This device meets the EU requirements (1999/519/EC) on the limitation of exposure of the general
public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.
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For body-worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the ICNIRP guidelines and the
European Standard EN 62209-2, for use with dedicated accessories. SAR is measured with this
device at a separation of 1.5 cm to the body, while transmitting at the highest certified output
power level in all frequency bands of this device. Use of other accessories which contain metals
may not ensure compliance with ICNIRP exposure guidelines.
Power Safety Requirement
Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved
power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for
protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly
recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to
http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.
Coating notice
IMPORTANT! To provide electrical insulation and maintain electrical safety, a coating is applied to
insulate the device except on the areas where the I/O ports are located.
Green ASUS notice
ASUS is devoted to creating environment-friendly products and packaging to safeguard consumers’
health while minimizing the impact on the environment. The reduction of the number of the
manual pages complies with the reduction of carbon emission.
For the detailed user manual and related information, refer to the user manual included in the
ASUS Tablet or visit the ASUS Support Site at http://support.asus.com/.
Regional notice for Singapore
This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards.
Model name: ASUS_Z00VD (ZC500TG)
Manufacturer:
Address:
Authorised representative in Europe:
Address:
102
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
4F, No.150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN
ASUS Computer GmbH
HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY
Index
Index
A
Advanced camera features­ 67
All Smiles­ 69
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
App shortcuts­ 27
- adding­ 27
- removing­ 28
ASUS Phone­ 9
- chargiing­ 15
- microSD card
- installing­ 12
- removing­ 13
- micro-SIM card
- installing­ 10
- removing­ 11
- Parts and features­ 9
- turning on/off­ 17
ASUS Support­ 45
ASUS View Flip Case­ 96
B
Backup and reset­ 97
Beautification­ 70
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Block list
- unblocking­ 56
Bluetooth­ 77
- enabling­ 77
- pairing­ 78
- see also Bluetooth Tethering­ 80
- unpairing­ 78
Bluetooth Tethering­ 80
- see also Tethering­ 79
Browser­ 33
- bookmarking pages­ 34
- clearing the browser cache­ 34
- launching­ 33
- reading the pages later­ 34
- sharing pages­ 34
C
Calculator­ 92
Calendar­ 38
- adding accounts­ 38
- creating an event from your account­ 39
- creating events­ 38
- enabling alerts­ 39
Callback
- calling back now­ 41
Call logs
- blocking­ 50
- saving to Contacts­ 50
Calls­ 48
- answering­ 50
- calling from Contacts­ 49
- calling your favorite contacts­ 50
- dialing a phone number­ 48
- launching the Phone app­ 48
- other call options­ 51
- receiving­ 50
- recording­ 52
- redialling last-called number­ 51
- saving calls from Contacts­ 50
- see also Contacts­ 53
- see Call logs­ 50
- see Extension number­ 48
- see Multiple calls­ 52
- see Smart Dialing­ 49
Camera­ 63
- Camera home screen­ 64
- first-time use­ 63
- Image settings­ 65
- launching­ 63
- see Advanced camera features­ 67
- Video settings­ 66
Clock­ 83
- alarm clock­ 84
- launching­ 83
- stopwatch­ 84
- timer­ 85
- world clock­ 83
Cloud music
- adding cloud account­ 61
- streaming­ 62
Contacts­ 53
- adding­ 53
- adding an extension number­ 54
- Contacts Settings­ 53
- importing­ 55
- see also Social networking­ 56
- setting up your profile­ 53
D
Date and time
- setting up­ 30
Depth of field
­ 68
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Do It Later­ 40
- adding to-do tasks­ 40
- calling back now­ 41
- catching up on my online reading now
- see also Reading the pages later­ 34
- deleting to-do tasks­ 41
- emailing now­ 41
- prioritizing to-do tasks­ 40
Dual SIM feature
- see Micro SIM cards­ 46
E
Email­ 35
- adding­ 36
- emailing later­ 37
- see also Emailing now­ 41
- event invites­ 37
- see also Gmail­ 36
- setting up­ 35
Extension number­ 48
- auto dialing­ 49
- confirmation prompt­ 48
- dialing­ 48
F
Favorites
- calling­ 50
- marking up­ 55
- see also Contacts­ 53
File Manager­ 43
- accessing the cloud storage­ 43
- accessing the external storage­ 43
- accessing the internal storage­ 43
First-time startup­ 18
Flashlight­ 90
G
Gallery­ 71
-deleting files­ 73
- editing images­ 73
- posting photos to Calendar event wall­ 74
- sharing files­ 73
- viewing files from social network or cloud
storage­ 71
- viewing the photo location­ 72
GIF animation­ 70
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Gmail
- setting up­ 36
H
HDR­ 67
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Headset
- connecting­ 59
Home screen­ 23
- extended­ 29
- notification icons­ 24
- personalizing­ 27
- see also App shortcuts­ 27
- see also Wallpapers­ 28
- see also Widgets­ 27
L
Lock screen­ 31
- customizing­ 31
- customizing the quick access buttons­ 32
- see also Securing your Zen device­ 98
Low light­ 67
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
M
Messaging­ 56
- blocking­ 57
- forwarding a message thread­ 57
- launching­ 56
- other messaging options­ 58
- replying­ 57
- sending­ 57
Micro SIM cards­ 46
- assigning a preferred micro SIM card­ 47
- data service­ 47
- voice calls­ 47
Miniature­ 69
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
MiniMovie­ 75
Mobile network­ 76
Multiple calls­ 52
- answering another call­ 52
Music­ 60
- launching­ 60
- other playback options­ 61
- playing songs­ 60
- see Cloud music­ 61
- see Playlist­ 62
N
Night
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
P
Panorama­ 68
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Playlist
- adding songs to a playlist­ 62
Q
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Touchscreen­ 20
- launching apps or selecting items­ 20
- moving or deleting items­ 20
- moving through pages or screens­ 21
- zooming in­ 21
- zooming out­ 22
Quick Memo­ 93
Quick settings­ 25
- adding or removing buttons­ 26
V
R
W
Remote Link­ 87
- keyboard input­ 89
- presentation controller­ 88
- touch pad­ 88
- using­ 87
- Windows Media Player controller­ 89
Ringtone
- setting up­ 30
Wallpapers­ 28
- animated wallpaper­ 29
- wallpaper and background tint­ 29
Weather­ 81
- launching­ 81
- Weather home screen­ 82
WebStorage­ 44
What’s Next
- getting the weather updates
- see also Weather­ 81
- see also Calendar­ 38
- see also Email­ 35
Widgets­ 27
Wi-Fi­ 76
- connecting­ 77
- disabling­ 77
- enabling­ 76
- see also Wi-Fi Hotspot tethering­ 79
S
Security­ 98
Selfie­ 68
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Share Link­ 86
- receiving files­ 87
- sharing files­ 86
Smart Dialing­ 49
Smart remove­ 69
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Social networking­ 56
- syncing­ 56
Sound Recorder­ 94
Storage­ 97
SuperNote­ 41
- creating a notebook­ 42
- icons­ 42
- sharing a notebook on the cloud­ 42
- sharing a note to the cloud­ 43
System
- updating­ 97
System notifications­ 26
T
Tethering­ 79
- Bluetooth Tethering­ 80
- Wi-Fi Hotspot­ 79
Time lapse­ 70
- see also Advanced camera features­ 67
Time Rewind­ 67
VIPs­ 54
- setting up from the VIP screen­ 54
Z
ZenLink­ 86
- see Remote Link­ 87
- see Share Link­ 86
Zen UI­ 8